Creamed Asparagus

This creamed asparagus recipe blends cream cheese and Greek yogurt for tangy richness, and mushrooms to add an earthy depth to this tasty side dish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 98 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 1 pound asparagus spears
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.75 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 0.25 cup whipped cream cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus, broth, and garlic powder. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 2

Add mushrooms; cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add cream cheese, yogurt, nutmeg, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese melts, about 3 minutes.